Inspired by the storytelling magic of ABBA's songs from Dancing Queen and S.O.S. to Money, Money, Money and Take a Chance on Me, Mamma Mia! is a celebration of mothers and daughters, old friends and new family found.nspired by the storytelling magic of ABBA's songs from Dancing Queen and S.O.S. to Money, Money, Money and Take a Chance on Me, Mamma Mia! is a celebration of mothers and daughters, old friends and new family found.
Gem Mining for Barton Garnets. The Barton garnet is the New York State Gem Stone. This rare garnet, found only on Gore Mountain, has âan unusual and beautiful ruby red color that flashes in the sun.â. Garnet Mine Tours â Located 1.25 hours from Albany. Prospecting Admission Rates: $11.95/Adults; $7.95/Ages 7-14; Free/Ages 0-6; Seniors $10.95.
Pure crystals of garnet are still used as gemstones. The gemstone varieties occur in shades of green, red, yellow, and orange. In the US it is known as the birthstone for January. It is the state mineral of Connecticut, New York's gemstone, and star garnet (garnet with rutile asterisms) is the state gemstone of Idaho.arnet species' light transmission properties can range from the gemstone-quality transparent specimens to the opaque varieties used for industrial purposes as abrasives. The mineral's luster is categorized as vitreous (glass-like) or resinous (amber-like).